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Running Shoes For Beginners

Explore running shoes for beginners and compare options for your first pair. Check each shoe’s sizing information and product details to understand the differences between styles and narrow your choices.

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Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
HOKA Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
A black trail shoe with rRPET mesh, GORE-TEX protection, EVA cushioning, and multidirectional 4mm lugs.
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$165 $165
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$165 $165
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
A gray high-cushion trail shoe with recycled polyester mesh, waterproof GORE-TEX protection, and grippy lugs.
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$165 $165
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$165 $165
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Men's On Cloud 6 Shoes
On Men's On Cloud 6 Shoes
A blue, breathable mesh sneaker with recycled polyester, cushioned Zero-Gravity foam, and supportive Speedboard® performance.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Men's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
HOKA Men's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
A gray, polyester city-to-trail shoe with recycled materials, responsive cushioning, quick-toggle laces, and 360-degree reflectivity.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
L.L.Bean Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
A green waterproof trail shoe with recycled mesh, EVA cushioning, rock protection and grippy rubber outsole.
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$130 $130
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$130 $130
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Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
A white, cushioned running shoe with breathable engineered-mesh uppers, supportive cushioning, reflective details, and rubber traction.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor leather-and-mesh sneaker with ENCAP stability, EVA cushioning, Ortholite footbed, and durable rubber traction.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A green trail shoe with sticky rubber traction, responsive cushioning, and a lightweight, breathable mesh upper.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue road-to-trail running shoe with cushioned EVA midsole, recycled mesh upper, and grippy 4mm lugs.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
A white, lightweight running shoe with breathable mesh, compression-molded EVA cushioning and durable rubber traction.
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$125 $125
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$125 $125
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Men's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
A gray running shoe with engineered mesh, triple-layer cushioning, responsive foam, and a durable rubber outsole.
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$190 $190
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$190 $190
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Women's HOKA Clifton 10 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Clifton 10 Running Shoes
A white, breathable running shoe with lightweight cushioning, smooth rocker geometry, and durable rubber outsole.
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$155 $123.95
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$155 $123.95
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Men's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
HOKA Men's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
A black running shoe with supercritical EVA foam cushioning, engineered mesh upper, and durable rubber outsole.
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$174.95 $174.95
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$174.95 $174.95
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Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with recycled-polyester mesh, EVA foam cushioning, and durable rubber traction.
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$174.95 $174.95
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$174.95 $174.95
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Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
A white suede leather and nylon runner with cushioned EVA midsole and trail-inspired lug outsole for reliable traction.
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$99.99 $99.99
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$99.99 $99.99
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Men's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Men's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor leather-and-mesh sneaker with cushioned ENCAP support, reliable stability, and durable rubber traction.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Adults' New Balance 530 Running Shoes
New Balance Adults' New Balance 530 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with a breathable mesh upper, synthetic overlays, and an impact-absorbing ABZORB midsole.
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$99.99 $99.99
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$99.99 $99.99
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Men's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A lightweight gray trail shoe with breathable mesh, responsive cushioning, and sticky rubber lugs for reliable traction.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Men's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
HOKA Men's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
A blue running shoe with breathable mesh, cushioned support, reflective details, and an abrasion-resistant rubber outsole.
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$175 $175
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$175 $175
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Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
A green polyester city-to-trail shoe featuring recycled materials, responsive cushioning, reflective details, and a grippy outsole.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with triple-layer cushioning, responsive energy return, engineered mesh, and durable rubber outsole.
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$190 $190
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$190 $190
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Men's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
A multicolor running shoe with a breathable mesh upper, rubber traction, and cushioned, supportive foam underfoot.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Men's On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Running Shoes
A gray trail running shoe with breathable abrasion-resistant uppers, Helion™ cushioning, and durable Missiongrip™ rubber traction.
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$170 $170
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$170 $170
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue road-to-trail running shoe with cushioned EVA midsole, rRPET mesh upper, and 4mm lugs.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Running Shoes For Beginners

The first few runs often begin close to home: a loop around the neighborhood, a familiar stretch of path, or a Saturday morning outing with a friend who’s happy to go at your pace. Our Running Shoes For Beginners collection is a place to start choosing a pair for those early outings, whether you’re trying running for the first time or returning after a break. There’s no need to have a race on the calendar or a particular pace in mind before you begin shopping. Start with the details you already know, including your usual shoe size, the places you expect to run, and any fit preferences you’ve noticed in shoes you already own. Then compare the individual listings rather than choosing by appearance alone. A pair that catches your eye is worth a closer look, but the size information and product description can help you decide whether it belongs on your shortlist.

Fit deserves a little extra attention when you’re choosing your first running shoes. Treat your usual size as a starting point, and check the size chart and any fit notes for each pair you’re considering. If you have measurements from a recent fitting, keep them handy as you compare options. When trying shoes on, wear the socks you expect to run in, try both shoes, and notice how they feel around your toes, across the widest part of your foot, and at your heel. Pay attention to pressure or slipping rather than assuming an unfamiliar fit will eventually feel right. The product description is also the place to check the intended running setting; don’t assume every pair is meant for the same surfaces. Narrowing the selection this way keeps the decision grounded in your own plans and preferences, even when a friend has a favorite pair they enthusiastically recommend.

Running shoes can also make a thoughtful gift for someone who has mentioned wanting to get started, especially when choosing them becomes something you do together. Perhaps your partner has been joining a neighborhood running group, or a friend is looking forward to their first organized run. Knowing their size helps, but so does understanding how particular they are about fit and which styles they genuinely like. Letting them help select the pair can make the gift feel more personal, not less. Check the current exchange and return details before purchasing, and leave room for them to try the shoes on and make their own decision. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone close to you, begin with a manageable selection and compare the details that matter most. The goal is a considered choice for a new interest—one that leaves plenty of room to discover what you enjoy about running.

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